The Ultimate Gift. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 1991 book
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The Ultimate Gift
Jim Stovall, 1991
movie vs book
Michael O. Sajbel, 2006

When his rich grandfather, Howard Red Stevens, dies, Jason does not expect to inherit anything from his multi-billion-dollar estate. He strongly resents his grandfather because his father had died while working for him. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it.


The Ultimate Gift. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Ultimate Gift
Rene Gutteridge, 2007
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Michael O. Sajbel, 2006

When his rich grandfather, Howard Red Stevens, dies, Jason does not expect to inherit anything from his multi-billion-dollar estate. He strongly resents his grandfather because his father had died while working for him. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it.


Always Outnumbered. Poster of the 1998 movie and cover of the 1997 book, Always Outnumbered, Always Outgunned
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Always Outnumbered, Always Outgunned
Walter Mosley, 1997
movie vs book
Michael Apted, 1998

After a long incarceration, aging ex-con Socrates Fortlow is trying hard to make a new life and to accept the regrets of his past. Meanwhile, he meets a young boy named Darryl, who witnessed a boy murdered by a friend of his. He also has to deal with his best friend’s deteriorating health and finding work.


The Color of Money. Poster of the 1986 movie and cover of the 1984 book
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The Color of Money
Walter Tevis, 1984
movie vs book
Martin Scorsese, 1986

Eddie Felson is a former pool hustler turned successful liquor salesman in Chicago. He still stakes bets for players, including fellow hustler Julian, who is outmatched at nine-ball by the young and charismatic Vincent Lauria. Recognizing Vincent’s skill, and his girlfriend Carmen’s inexperience at luring players to lose money, Eddie tells the couple of their excellent potential for hustling.


Fluke. Poster of the 1995 movie and cover of the 1977 book
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Fluke
James Herbert, 1977
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Carlo Carlei, 1995

Awakening on his inaugural morning, Fluke, a newborn puppy, is introduced to a world brimming with excitement and playfulness. Whether engaging in lively romps with his siblings or snuggling up beside his mother for a nap, Fluke revels in the joys of puppyhood. However, as recurring dreams and a series of mishaps evoke memories of a distinct past life, he gradually realizes that he once existed as a man!


Night at the Museum. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 1993 book, The Night at the Museum
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The Night at the Museum
Milan Trenc, 1993
movie vs book
Shawn Levy, 2006

Larry Daley’s unstable work history causes his ex-wife to believe that he is a bad example to their ten-year-old son Nick, and Larry fears that Nick respects his future stepfather more. Cecil Fredricks, an elderly security guard about to retire from the American Museum of Natural History, hires Larry despite his unpromising résumé.


Night at the Museum. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Night at the Museum: A Junior Novelization
Leslie Goldman, 2006
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Shawn Levy, 2006

Larry Daley’s unstable work history causes his ex-wife to believe that he is a bad example to their ten-year-old son Nick, and Larry fears that Nick respects his future stepfather more. Cecil Fredricks, an elderly security guard about to retire from the American Museum of Natural History, hires Larry despite his unpromising résumé.


Oz The Great and Powerful. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 1900 book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum, 1900
movie vs book
Sam Raimi, 2013

In 1905 Kansas, Oscar Diggs is a magician and con artist in a traveling circus. Oscar escapes in a hot air balloon but is sucked into a tornado that takes him to the Land of Oz. They encounter the flying monkey, Finley, who pledges a life debt to Oscar when he saves him from a lion. Oscar reveals his deception to Finley and forces him to maintain the idea that he is the wizard.


Oz The Great and Powerful. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Oz The Great and Powerful
Elizabeth Rudnick, 2013
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Sam Raimi, 2013

In 1905 Kansas, Oscar Diggs is a magician and con artist in a traveling circus. Oscar escapes in a hot air balloon but is sucked into a tornado that takes him to the Land of Oz. They encounter the flying monkey, Finley, who pledges a life debt to Oscar when he saves him from a lion. Oscar reveals his deception to Finley and forces him to maintain the idea that he is the wizard.


The Member of the Wedding. Poster of the 1982 movie and cover of the 1946 book
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The Member of the Wedding
Carson McCullers, 1946
movie vs book
Delbert Mann, 1982

Frankie Addams, a tomboy who loves books, struggles to connect with the other girls in her small southern community. Feeling depressed, socially isolated, and on the brink of adolescence, Frankie finds solace in the company of the family’s maid, Berenice, and enjoys spending time with her young cousin, John Henry. Meanwhile, she dreams of joining her brother, Jarvis, and his new wife, Janice, on their honeymoon to Alaska.


The Ultimate Legacy. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Ultimate Legacy
Jim Stovall, 2016
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Joanne Hock, 2016

Jason Stevens receives an unexpected legacy from his grandfather upon his passing: a crash course in life. This road will lead him to the ultimate spiritual question: ‘What is the connection between riches and happiness?’ and transform him forever.


The Ultimate Legacy. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2013 book, The Gift of a Legacy
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The Gift of a Legacy
Jim Stovall, 2013
movie vs book
Joanne Hock, 2016

Jason Stevens receives an unexpected legacy from his grandfather upon his passing: a crash course in life. This road will lead him to the ultimate spiritual question: ‘What is the connection between riches and happiness?’ and transform him forever.